Shelby Navone

Shelby Navone is a Postgraduate Researcher at the Institute for Digital Culture and a PhD Candidate in Museum Studies at the University of Leicester. Her research focuses on digital accessibility for autistic individuals in museum experiences, leveraging emerging XR technologies and accessible research practices. She holds a BSc in Anthropology and Archaeology and an MA in Museum & Artefact Studies.

• Education:
  • BSc in Anthropology and Archaeology
  • MA in Museum & Artefact Studies

Her work intersects material culture studies, community archaeology, and digital heritage. As Digital Content Creator & Social Media Strategist for the Institute for Digital Culture, she blends academia with accessible online engagement via her platform @PhDShelbyAdventures. She previously managed a $1M+ database migration at Rockefeller University and conducted 2,000+ digital workshops at Apple. She also taught Arts & Humanities in Seoul and volunteers as Lead Exhibitions Curator at Leicester Museum & Gallery.

Awards: No specific awards listed, but her work has garnered media coverage and recognition in digital heritage circles.

Active in grants and collaborations, she advocates for inclusive digital practices in cultural institutions. She contributes to interdisciplinary teams at the Institute for Digital Culture and collaborates with Leicester Museum & Gallery on accessible exhibitions.